< PreviousSee APRIL EVENTS - page 10 March Events - from page 6 SATURDAY MARCH 23 EASTER EGG HUNT (10 & under) WEDNESDAY MAY 8 FREE CONCERT - LOWER CASE BLUES WEDNESDAY JUNE 12 FREE CONCERT - THE FUNSTERS MONDAY JUNE 24 MUSIC BINGO WEDNESDAY JULY 10 FREE CONCERT - ON THE EDGE MONDAY JULY 22 MUSIC BINGO MONDAY AUGUST 19 MUSIC BINGO SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 14 HEROES/FIRST RESPONDERS DAY MONDAY SEPTEMBER 23 MUSIC BINGO SATURDAY OCTOBER 26 TRAIL OF TREATS TUESDAY DECEMBER 3 EVANS PARK TREE LIGHTING SATURDAY DECEMBER 7 ARTISAN HOLIDAY MARKETPLACE EVANS PARK Town of Millville EVANS PARK 32517 Dukes Drive, Millville, DE Millville.Delaware.gov/Evans Park park@mvtown.com / 302-858-3638 2024 EVENTS Additional programs and summer activities may be added during the year. Please check our website for times & updated information. Millville.Delaware.gov/EvansPark visit www.leweschamber.com March 30 – Rehoboth Beach Kite Fun Fly. Sponsored by Rehoboth Toy and Kite, at Virginia Avenue and the Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach. Free. 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. with an appearance by the Easter Bunny. For info, call 302-227- 6996 or visit www.rehobothkite.com. March 30 - Bunny Palooza 5K & 1 mile walk at the band- stand in Bethany Beach. Register online at bunnypalooza- run.com. March 30 - Annual Dewey Beach Egg Scoop with the Easter Bunny. The Dewey Business Partnership presents the annual EGG SCOOP - a giant Easter Egg Hunt in the sand at Dagsworthy St. Beach with games, prizes, silly fun and photo opportunities with the DBP Easter bunny. Hunts for several age groups. Bring your Easter Basket! For more info visit www.deweybusinesspartnership.com or call 302- 228-3701. March 31 – The Rehoboth Beach Easter Sunrise Service will be held at Baltimore Avenue and the Boardwalk in Rehoboth beginning at sunrise The Lewes and Rehoboth Association of Churches sponsor the service. For details call 302-644-6800 or 302-227-7743 to verify time. March 31 - The Bethany Beach Easter Sunrise service will be held at sunrise. at the Bethany Beach bandstand, Garfield Parkway, Bethany Beach. For details call 302-539-9077 or 302-539-9510 to verify time. March 31- The Lewes Easter Sunrise Service will be held on Lewes Beach beginning at sunrise. The Lewes and Page 8 2024 So. DE Spring & Summer Vacation Planner 2024 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 9 Page 102024 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner April Events - from page 8 1919 Allabands Mill Rd. Camden-Wyoming, DE 302-697-2141 BEACH STORE Dewey Beach, DE FARM STORE local fruits & veggies, cider donuts, kettle corn OPEN FOR LUNCH s oups, sandwiches, burgers SWEET TREATS ice cream, slushies, shakes & more Subscribe Subscribe to our CSA to our CSA Farm Box Farm Box ProgramProgram! www.fiferorchards.com ALL YOUR FAVORITES ALSO AVAILABLE AT Tues.-Sat. 10-5 Sun. 12-4 Closed Holidays Proprietress Barb Gooden Kim Bomberger Simply CharmingSimply Charming S ty l i sh ble ndofold & n e w ! These charming shops are located in a late 1800’s train station and Feed Mill, which feature a stylish blend of old and new. Voted Best of Delaware in 2019-20-21-22 for Antiques and Home Accessories. 2 S. Railroad Ave., Wyoming, DE 19934 • 302-697-7377 11 Mill St., Wyoming, DE 19934 • 302-697-6100 Follow us on Facebook ~ Email: SimplyCharmingbs@gmail.com Visit both, within a few blocks of each other to feel the “Charm” S pring F ling O pen H OuS e March 7 th thru 10 th A nniverSAry C elebrAtiOn April 12 th thru 13 th H OlidAy O pen H OuSe Nov. 7th thru 10th F All F All g AtHering g AtHering Sept. 6th & 7th v iSit u S d uring O ur S peCiAl e ventS v iSit u S d uring O ur S peCiAl e ventS It’s aIt’s a Shopping ExperienceShopping Experience S ip & S HOp Dec. 12th 5-7pm “Wonderful Get Away from it all”“Wonderful Get Away from it all” DartFirstState.com1-800-652-DART Dump The Pump and Go Green with DART! Pay with your phone using our DART validator! Download DART Free Mobile Apps DART Transit DART Pass See APRIL EVENTS - page 11 Rehoboth Association of Churches sponsor the service. For details call 302-645-9426 to verify time. March 31- Long Neck Easter sunrise service will be held at sunrise at Massey’s Landing(look for signs). Call 302- 945-9453 to verify time. April 6 - Tulip Craft at the Zwaanendael Museum. Celebrate the beauty of the tulip flower with a fun craft. Perfect for all ages. Craft isfree! From 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at the Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy., Lewes. Call 302-645-1148 orvisit www.history.delaware.gov April 6 – Cape Artists of Lewes Gallery Open House. Tulip themed artwork, painting demonstrations, plein air painters in town from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Gallery is located at 110 W. Third St., Lewes. Call 302-644-7733 or visit www. CapeArtists.org. April 6 – 2024 Rehoboth Beach Main Street Gumbo Crawl. Participating Restaurants from 1-4 p.m. Call 302- 227-2772 or visit www.downtownrb.com. April 6-7 -26th Annual Delaware Resorts Spring Home Expo. Free to public. Visit over 70 of the area’s top home related products and services All Under One Roof! Open 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. both days. For info visit www.deexpos.com or call 302-236-0857. April 6, 7 – Cape Water Tours Seal Watching Tour Cruise out into the Delaware Bay with us as we safely and respect- fully observe harbour and gray seal, 217 Anglers Road, Lewes.Visit www.capewatertaxi.com or 302-644-73342024 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 11 April Events - from page 10 AWARD WINNERS XXIV Delaware Division of the Arts Fellows May (Dates TBA) EXHIBITION SCHEDULE 2024 CIRCLE OF TRUTH 49 Paintings Ending with Ed Ruscha July 25 - September 22 ROZEAL I Shall Not Want October 3 - March 2 Rebecca Raubaccher: HORSES & OTHER CREATURES March 14 - July 7 www.BiggsMuseum.org PLAN YOUR VISITS See APRIL EVENTS - page 12 April 10 -14 – Rehoboth Beach Jewish Film Festival at the Cinema Art Theater in Lewes. Visit www.rehobothfilm. com or call 302-645-9095 for film info. April 11 – “Dutch Poetry in the Park” Hear a special read- ing of a 17 th century Dutch poem about theLewes area, written by early settler Pieter Plockhoy. 2 p.m. – 3 p.m. at the Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy., Lewes. 302- 645-1148 or www.History.Delaware.gov. April 11 – Spring Into Fashion Luncheon & Fashion Experience. Noon-2 p.m. at the Atlantic Social Restaurant, Lighthouse Plaza, Rehoboth. Benefits the Harry K Foundation. Visit harrykfoundatiopn.org. April 12-13 –Simply Charming Anniversary Celebration. Browse through the boutiques located throughout the stores to find specials, spring décor and gifts. Located at 2 S. Railroad Avenue in Wyoming and at 11 Mill Street. Visit www.simplycharmingde.com or call 302-697-7377 for info. April 12-14 - Coastal Delaware Running Festival. Featuring a Marathon ½ marathon, a 9k and a 5k benefiting Delaware charities. This is aBoston Marathon Qualifying Run. The marathon course is flat and fast and the perfect place for a PR (personal record) and/or to qualify for Boston. Races begin and finish on the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. Visit www.codelrun.com for info or to register. April 13 - The 2nd Annual Harry K Foundation Rehoboth Beach Chocolate Crawl. The annual Chocolate Festival is now the Chocolate Crawl. Tickets go on sale in February.Page 122024 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner Follow Kids Ketch and Tidepool Toys on Facebook for info on our upcoming special events and promos 132 2nd Street, Lewes, DE 302-645-8448 OPEN DAILY Award Winning Toys, Games, Crafts, Kites, Beach Toys & More! Visit Your Neighborhood Toy Stores at the Beach Shop Our Catalog anytime online at kidsketch.com On the Boardwalk Bethany Beach, DE 302-539-TOYS 100 Coastal Highway Fenwick Island, DE 302-581-0241 129 Rehoboth Ave C&D, Rehoboth Beach 302-260-9379 P l u s t h e c l o t h e s Kid s L o v e t o W e a r ! Open weekends in the winter. Call for spring hours. Open daily in the summer. www.tidepooltoys.com See APRIL EVENTS - Page 13 April Events - from page 11 Visit Parsons for FRESH PRODUCE U PICK OR ALREADY PICKED! Call for Picking Conditions. 30381 Armory Rd. 302 732-3336 RT. 20 EAST OF DAGSBORO Bring the Kids and visit our Goat Mountain where you can feed our goats! Stop in and see Bob Strawberries Blueberries Peaches Pumpkins CALL TO SEE WHAT’S IN SEASON P arsons F arms P arsons F arms P roduce P roduce NOW PROUDLY SERVING AND OFFERING FRESH BAKED GOODS Baked Here Daily. Breakfast & Lunch Monday - Saturday BREAKFAST 8-10:30 LUNCH 10:30-4:00. Sunday LUNCH ONLY 9-4:00. parsonsfarmsproduce.comparsonsfarmsproduce.com For info like or follow the Harry K foundation on facebook or visit harrykfoundation.org April 13 - 17th Annual “Wine,Cheese & Beer Tasting” at the Officer’s Club at Cape Henlopen State Park from 4-6 p.m. Tickets available at the Park Office, R & L Liquors, and the Lewes Chamber of Commerce or call 302-858-6127 or visit www.friendsofcapehenlopen.org. April 13 – Haunted Histories-Paranormal Investigations. Haunted Histories echo through time and Lewes is full of 30688 Armory Rd., Frankford, DE • 717-818-6054 a a $ales Event$ales Event store store Little Country StoreLittle Country Store Sales Event Sales Event Opening DatesOpening Dates 10 am - 4 pm10 am - 4 pm April 5-7 May 3-5 June 7-9 July 5-7 Aug. 2-4 Sept. 6-8 Oct. 4-6 Nov. 1-3 Dec. 6-8 AntiquesAntiques & DecorDecor We Buy Early Antiques & Primitives Shop at our booth, Open Daily at The Brush Factory on Kings in Lewes2024 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 13 See APRIL EVENTS - Page 14 Plan Your Spring & Summer Stay at thequietresorts.com Annual Ocean to Bay Bike Tour oceantobaybiketour.com April 26 - 28, 2024 Old Timer’s Day & Family Festival June 2024 GEAR UP FOR THE 2024 SEASON • One short block to the beach • 63 Upgraded Efficiency Units with stove & refrig. • Walking distance to fine shops & restaurants • Color cable TV • Heat & air conditioning • Private balconies • Swimming pool • Launderette for guests • Private off-street parking Reserve on-line: www.fenwickislander.com (302) 539-2333 or 1-800-346-4520 Ocean Highway & S. Carolina Ave., Fenwick Island,DE 19944 Newly Renovated and UpgradedNewly Renovated and Upgraded All Rooms have new laminate floors, furniture, lighting, and upgraded bathrooms. April Events - from page 12 these eerie accounts. Lewes Historical Society and First State Paranormal Investigations invite you to hear the true tales of long-ago residents. 8-10 p.m Visit www.histori- clewes.org. April 13 - DIY Delft Tiles at the Zwaanendael Museum. Learn about Delft tiles and make one yourself. Craft free and for all ages. Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy., Lewes from 11 a.m. – 3p.m. Call 302-645-1148 or visit www.his- tory.delaware.gov. April 17 – 20 - Dutch American Friendship Day Exhibit at the Zwaanendael Museum. View a pop-up exhibit about Dutch American Friendship Day and design a pair of Dutchclogs. Exhibit and craft are available at the Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy, 10 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. Call 302-645-1148 or visit www.History.delaware.gov. April 18-21 – Runway. A weekend of fashion events in the Rehoboth Beach area. Rehoboth Beach Main Street. Visit www.downtownrb.com or call 302-227-2772. April 19- 20 - Friends of Lewes Public Library Biography and Antiquarian Book Sale. April 19-3-5 p.m., April 20 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. at the Lewes Public Library 111 Adams Avenue, Lewes. Call 302-645-2733 or visit lewes.lib.de.us/ April 20 - Delaware Defense Day. On May 8, 1945, the Allies declared victory in Europe in World War II. Fort Miles will celebrate the victory in its annual living history event. See firing demonstrations, learn about garrison life at Fort Miles, listen to guest speakers and hear live music. Page 142024 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner See APRIL & MAY EVENTS - page 15 April Events - from page 13 Formore info, call 302-644-5007 or www.fortmilesHA.org/ April 21 – Formal Style Fashion Show. Support Rehoboth Main Street in the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center from 4:30-7 p.m. www.downtownrb.com or call 302-227-2772. April 25 - 28 – 28th annual Delmarva Spring Birding Weekend, throughout the peninsula including Bombay Hook, DuPont Nature Center, Prime Hook, Redden State Forest and many other locations. Celebrating the migration of hundreds of warblers, shorebirds and waterfowl. Canoe, kayak, boat trips and guided walks, as well as several recep- tions. For info, visit delmarvabirding.com April 26 - 27 – 35th Coral Anniversary Bethany-Fenwick Ocean to Bay Bike Tour. Join cyclists of all levels in the Quiet Resorts for a cycling tour through Sussex County’s beautiful beaches, bays, and beyond!This award-winning event,presented by the Bethany-Fenwick Area Chamber of Commerce,offers cyclists a 10 mile, 30-, 50-, metric cen- tury, and centuryride on flat terrain. For info call 302-539- 2100 or visit www.oceantobaybiketour.com. April 26 - 28 - NASCAR Weekend at Dover. Speed into Dover’s NASCAR Cup race weekend at Dover International Speedway for three days of action-packed racing. April 26th General Tire 150 ARCA Menards Series Race, April 27th A-Game 200, NASCAR Xfinity Series Race, April 28th Wurth 400, NASCAR Cup Series race. For Ticket availabil- ity call 800-441-RACE or visit www.doverspeedway.com April 27 – Annual Bug and Bud Festival. The event is sponsored by Downtown Milford Inc and celebrates the state insect the ladybug. 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. in downtown Milford. For www.orchardpointmarket.com Follow us on social media! Open year round! 9045 Redden Road 302-727-1983 Your destination for fresh, seasonal Your destination for fresh, seasonal produce, baked goods, breakfast and deli sandwiches, Frozen Farmer ice cream, petting zoo and more!2024 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 15 See MAY EVENTS - page 16 April & May Events - from pg. 14 www.facebook.com/irishrosegiftshop Tues.-Fri. 10-5; Sat. 10-4; Closed Sun. & Mon. “The only Irish shop in Delaware” info on this year’s event and other Milford events, call 302- 839-1180 or visit www.downtownmilford.org. April 28 – 3rd Annual Beebe Brunch. Bayside Resort Golf Club. Visit BeebeHealthcare.org/Beebe-Medical- Foundation April 30 – Customer Appreciation Day at Antique Alley of Bridgeville. Storewide discounts! Visit antiquealleyde.com or call 302-337-3137. May-Sept. -The Freeman Arts Pavilion at Bayside. The Freeman Stage promotes arts and music throughout the summer with many nationally known performers as well as local performers. For more information and the complete schedule, visit freemanstage.org or call 302-436-3015. May - Charity Golf Event to benefit the Children’s Beach House at The Peninsula GC on the Indian River Bay, Millsboro. Register your foursome team or sponsor at cbhinc.org or call 302-645-9184. May – Annual Joe Morris memorial Canal Founder Tournament. Call 302-645-6227 or visit lewesharbourma- rina.com for this year’s info. May 2 - Why Lightning Struck the Courthouse and other Court Quirks. Presented by the Lewes Historical Society. 5 p.m. at the LHS. Admission is included with museum ticket purchase. Museum entry is free for LHS members. Visit www.historiclewes.org or call 302-645-7670. May 3 - 5 – Annual Spring Sidewalk Sale at downtown Rehoboth Beach-Dewey Beach resort area. Fri.-Sun. Call 302-227-6446 or visit beach-fun.com. May 3 - 5 - Lewes Merchants’ Spring Sidewalk Sale. Historic Lewes Commercial District, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Call 302-645-8073 or visit www.leweschamber.com for info. May 3 - 12th annual Girls Night Out at the Milford Senior Center. 111 Park Ave., Milford from 6 -10 p.m. Call 302- 422-3344 or visit www.milfordchamber.com. May 4 – Annual Ocean View Spring Fling. Featuring mar- ket vendors, Arbor Day tree planting, Spring Break visits with Mr. E. Bunny, rock climbing wall, kids’ crafts, live music, food vendors and more at John West Park, Ocean View from 1-4 p.m. For info call 302-539-9797 or visit www.oceanviewde.gov/EventsinthePark. May 4 – 2024 Lewes British Motorcar Show -Visit the Cape May Lewes Ferry terminal for the ultimate British Motorcar Show Sponsored by The Lewes Chamber of Page 162024 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation Planner See MAY EVENTS - page 17 Spring Break Visits with Mr. E. Bunny! Rock Climbing Wall, Kids Crafts, Live Music, Food Sales & More! Visit www.OceanViewDE.Gov for up-to-date information on all of our events! Arbor Day Tree Planting Market Venors! Town of Ocean ViewTown of Ocean View Spring Fling 2024Spring Fling 2024 Saturday, May 4th — 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.Saturday, May 4th — 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. John West Park — 32 West Ave.John West Park — 32 West Ave. May Events - from pg. 15 Commerce. The show is concluded with a parade of cars down the streets of historic Lewes at 3 p.m. Visit from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. For more info, call 302-645-8073 or visit www.leweschamber.com. May 4 - Cape Artists of Lewes Gallery Sidewalk Art exhib- it. 110 W. Third St. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.—Light refreshments Call 302-644-7733 or visit CapeArtists.org May 5 – Wedding & Event Expo. The Delaware Agricultural Museum & Village, noon-4 p.m., 866 N. DuPont Hwy., Dover. Call 302-734-1618 or www.agriculturalmuseum.org. May 5 – 2nd Annual Fort Miles 5k A Run through History. To register and for more info., go to www.races2run.com. May 8 – Town of Millville Lower Case Blues Concert. Free concert at Millville’s Evans Park. Visit millville.dela- ware.gov/evans-park/ or call 302-616-1935. May 10 – 16th Annual Michael A. Ruddo Golf Tournament, at Ocean City Golf Club benefiting Beebe Healthcare. Visit BeebeHealthcare.org/ Beebe-Medical-Foundation or call 644-2900 for info. May 10-11- 2024 Spring Dewey Golden Jubilee. There are some fun activities planned, all revolving around enjoying furry goldens for some fun inthe sun on Dewey’s dog- friendly beaches. Visit dewey’s golden jubilee on facebook or call 443-761-8892 for info. May 11 – haunted Histories-Paranormal Investigations. Haunted Histories echo through time and Lewes is full of these eerie accounts. Lewes Historical Society and First State Paranormal Investigations invite you to hear the true tales of long-ago residents. 8-10 p.m Visit historiclewes.org. May 11 - Race4Warriors 5K & Half Marathon Event at Cape Henlopen State Park. The 5k Run will race 2.2 miles on a harden surface through the historic Fort Miles Barracks before turning onto the beach to honor our Middle East Veterans who work, walk, and run in the desert sands every day. After a half mile of beach, you will head towards the finish line. Visit race4warriors.org for info or to register. May 11 – “Wreck of the DeBraak” Explore the history, artifacts and surviving hull section ofthis 18th-century shipwreck. 2 p.m. at the Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy., Lewes, in Lewes. Visit History.Delaware.gov or call 302-645-1148. May 11 – Dewey Beach Arts Festival. For more info visit www.deweybusinesspartnership.com or call 302-228-3701. May 11 - 12 – First Rites of Summer Volleyball tourna- ment. The tournament is hosted by Mid-Atlantic Volleyball with play on the beach from Prospect Street to Wilmington Avenue, Rehoboth Beach. Visit www.mavolleyball.org. May 14 – 19th annual Baywood Golf Classic. Baywood Greens Golf Course to benefit the Beebe Medical Foundation. Call 302-644-2900 or visit BeebeHealthcare. org/Beebe-Medical-Foundation May 15 – Top Chef of the Culinary Coast. 6 p.m. at Ivy in Dewey Beach. Visit www.mealsonwheels-lr.org or call 302-684-1000. May 17 - “Lewes Mariners” For centuries Lewes has been a haven for mariners in distress.Learn about the ways Lewes has helped mariners in some of their darkest hours. 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Zwaanendael Museum, 102 Kings Hwy., Lewes. 302-645-1148 or History.delaware.govSee MAY EVENTS - page 18 2024 EVENTS Saturday, JUNE 1st Thursday, JULY 4th JUNE thru OCTOBER INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION CONCERT SERIES Town of Bethany Beach www.townofbethanybeach.com SEASIDE CRAFT SHOW POSEIDON FESTIVAL MAY 24th - 26th May Events - from page 16 2024 Southern Delaware Spring & Summer Vacation PlannerPage 17 May 18 – 3rd Annual Sussex Children’s Book Festival. Presented by the Sussex County Libraries at the Georgetown Public Library from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Visit sussexcounty.lib. de.us or call 302-855-7890. May 18 - Rehoboth Arts Festival- The Rehoboth Art League and the City of Rehoboth Beach have partnered again to present the City’s arts festival to be held at Grove Park from 10 a.m.-5 p.m., where artists will showcase and sell their work. The event will fill Rehoboth Beach with tents of original, quality artwork, where RAL member art- ists can sell their work. For more info call 302-227-8408 or visit www.rehobothartleague.org. May 21 – 24 - UD By the Sea - A Four Day OLLI Event in Rehoboth Beach. Kick off your summer with a fun learning event at UD by the Sea! Designed by and for OLLI mem- bers, UD by the Sea provides OLLI members and guests with programming, activities and social time in Rehoboth Beach. Registration is open to the public, as well as all past and current OLLI members and guests! Visit www.olli.udel. edu/ud-by-the-sea for more info. May 24-26 - Bethany Beach Poseidon Festival. Celebrate the sea with island-inspired entertainment while learning to prepare for potential coastal emergencies. Activities include live sand sculpting, pirate/mermaid exhibits, crab derby, marine science, island themed entertainment & more at the Bethany Bandstand! For updates contact the Town of Bethany Beach at 302-539-8011 or visit www.townofbetha-Next >